Del Monte recalls corn in 25 states, including New York, New Jersey, Connecticut

NEW YORK -- Del Monte Foods on Wednesday announced a limited recall of their Canned Fiesta Corn Seasoned with Red and Green Peppers in 25 states due to under-processing.

The company said the affected products are 15.25 ounce (432g) cans with the UPC number 24000 02770 printed on the label.

The recalled corn will also have one of the following "Best If Used By" dates stamped on the bottom of the can: August 14, 2021 August 15, 2021 August 16, 2021 September 3, 2021 September 4, 2021 September 5, 2021 September 6, 2021 September 22, 2021 September 23, 2021

The products were shipped to a variety of retailers in 25 states, including all three in the Tri-State Area. The states involved are: Alaska, Alabama, California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington and Wisconsin.

If you have purchased the recalled corn, you can return it to the place of purchase for a full refund or exchange.

If you have any questions about the recall, you can contact Del Monte Foods at their toll-free hotline 1-800-779-7035, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. You can also contact the company at their website DelmonteFoods.com.